ReConnect China - Electric Shock: EU Tariffs vs. China’s Power Play in the Global EV Race

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In this episode, we explore the EU's recent tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) with an expert who sheds light on the underlying dynamics of this strategic policy move. After explaining reasons behind the EU's tariffs, the discussion delves into the fast-paced evolution of China’s EV industry, tracing its roots and remarkable expansion into global markets. With Europe’s auto industry facing fierce competition, our guest unpacks the strategic crossroads that could shape the sector’s future competitiveness. Tune in to understand how geopolitical currents, market innovations, and industry shifts are reshaping the EV landscape. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about the collision of policy, geoeconomics, and technology at the forefront of the green industrial transition. Interviewee: Victor De Decker (Egmont Institute), Interviewer: Hermann Aubié (University of Turku) Transcript: https://www.utu.fi/fi/ajankohtaista/podcast/reconnect